This podcast episode examines the significance of managing collaborative work overload within the modern workplace, highlighting the delicate balance between collaborative gains and personal stress. The discussion explores three primary triggers: the desire to assist others, the quest for accomplishment, and the influence of fear. These triggers can lead to collaboration overload as individuals sacrifice their well-being in the pursuit of organizational expectations and social approval. Recognizing the origins of overload and learning the art of saying no are essential to maintaining high performance and personal satisfaction.